California Road Trip: 6 Days Exploring the Central Coast

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  • Опубликовано: 29 апр 2018
  • The central coast of California is one of the most beautiful places in the United States. The views of the coastline, outdoor adventures, and small towns always keep me coming back for more. Amie and I spent 6 days exploring the area and this video showcases all of the things that we did in towns like Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, Los Alamos, Cayucus, Cambria and San Simeon.
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  • @michelle_anne_3835
    @michelle_anne_3835 4 года назад +3

    I live on the central coast and I love it here.

  • @joelstein4657
    @joelstein4657 3 года назад +10

    Moved to california at 10 years old. Started to wander at 20. Lived in several paradises including Hawaii, Alaska and the Caribbean. Also Georgia, Pennsylvania, Maine and Nevada. Back in Morro Bay at 75, and they're going to have to take me out in a box. Truly is paradise.

  • @javimoro
    @javimoro 5 лет назад +150

    My wife and I just came back from a road trip to Cambria to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. I kept the destination a secret and followed your advise with stops in Santa Maria, SLO, Pismo Beach, Morro Bay and 10 hours later we were in Cambria to enjoy the sunset. We stayed at the Sea Otter Inn for 2 nights. We also visited the elephant seals in San Simeon and Hearst Castle. My wife loved every minute of our trip, especially Moonstone Beach and the nice places to eat along the way ... Thank you Josh!!

    • @SuperSonofsatan
      @SuperSonofsatan 5 лет назад +3

      I'm from here and can't get enough of it. I'm on highway 1 any chance I get. You missed alot of the good spots only locals know like Salomon creek waterfalls....

    • @robincook8828
      @robincook8828 5 лет назад +1

      Medusa's mexican food in Cambria is good... small taqueria

    • @holidayinnwindsorsonomawin1434
      @holidayinnwindsorsonomawin1434 4 года назад

      Great in this video!!. Check out the video of one of the finest hotel in California, US ruclips.net/video/dL8Yj7Coxb8/видео.html&feature=emb_title

  • @MsSpider26
    @MsSpider26 5 лет назад +20

    I live in Grover Beach. I have lived in 5 states. From the midwest, to the eastern seaboard to the south. I love the central coast the best. Been here 30 years. Never going to leave, even though rent is half my salary. It's worth it to me.

    • @LaRazaRacism
      @LaRazaRacism 3 года назад

      Yes, nice place but Democrats want to turn all of California into a 3rd world ghetto just like skid row and Tijuana Mex. Stop voting for Democrats and RINOs. Democrats grow poverty and crime. #TrickleUpPoverty

  • @CAwolfguy
    @CAwolfguy 4 года назад +2

    We escaped from Orange County 5 years ago (Costa Mesa), bought a ranch in Nipomo, and have not looked back...SOOOOO do not miss "The Crush"!! Happy travels!

    • @CAwolfguy
      @CAwolfguy 3 года назад

      @Ramen Lover I remember O.C. when the 405 ended at Harbor Blvd., and South Coast Plaza and the Westin were the only buildings of any size in Costa Mesa. The Westminster Mall stands on what used to be a tomato field and koi farm...that koi farm is now at Goldenwest/405

  • @andreas_adventures
    @andreas_adventures 4 года назад +43

    Lived in California for 2 years and have already done this trip 3 times! Big Sur is the best!

    • @fofofofo3076
      @fofofofo3076 3 года назад

      California is the best state in usa 🔥add me in Instagram fouzi13

    • @axelbaker8737
      @axelbaker8737 3 года назад +1

      @@fofofofo3076 lived here my whole life and I’ve never had.

    • @fofofofo3076
      @fofofofo3076 3 года назад +1

      @@axelbaker8737 lucky you

    • @casun3656
      @casun3656 3 года назад

      Slo*

  • @kang-chingfan9748
    @kang-chingfan9748 Год назад +2

    I watched this exact video four years ago when I was still an international student studying in Santa Barbara. You really did a great job choosing some of the best. I feel like I can still remember the lovely days back then even though I'm not in the states anymore: the weather, the sunset, the beaches, and also the cinnamon rolls. Thank you Josh! It reminds me of everything with my loved ones.

  • @michaelericksonmusic
    @michaelericksonmusic 3 года назад +1

    Awesome! I lived in Santa Clarita Valley / LA County for 9 years before moving back to Indiana for family reasons at age 30. Now, age, 58, divorced and son grown, doing well in Colorado, I am planning my return - this time to the Central Coast. This video brought tears and strenghthened my resolve - "I'LL BE BACK!" ;) Thank you!

  • @arabella4442
    @arabella4442 5 лет назад +2

    hey the bubblegum alley! i was born in San Luis Obispo and still live on the central coast to this day because i love California so much!

  • @amapparatistkwabena
    @amapparatistkwabena 4 года назад +8

    D*mn, I miss California! I can't wait to go home! I've spent the last few years living in and touring Europe, but California is calling, "hey, dude--um, you coming back?" Yuppp!!

  • @davidordonez1283
    @davidordonez1283 3 года назад +2

    Never stop making videos.

  • @conniermontoya717
    @conniermontoya717 3 года назад +2

    Ty for "showing" I live in Long beach and like to start exploring different places; your right the central coast is breathtaking♥️

  • @RT-sk2li
    @RT-sk2li 4 года назад +3

    Been a CA native for 49 years and I love your videos. It would be great if you posted a written itinerary of these trips so I can cut and paste into my itinerary. Thank you!

  • @stupendouslife8128
    @stupendouslife8128 4 года назад +1

    Thank you guys, definitely my wife and I will be doing that fabulous trip 😎😎👍👍😷😷

  • @mercygrace4341
    @mercygrace4341 3 года назад +1

    This is some of the places I took my son now he is a father it's his turn to make wonderful memories for his family....
    PS LOVE ALL YOUR VIDEOS

  • @mindybanda301
    @mindybanda301 4 года назад +3

    I used to live in SLO and my relationship with my husband started watching the sunset at Oceano State Beach. So beautiful there! Whenever we go there we eat at the Rock 'n Roll Diner right off the beach. It's your typical 50's diner, but lots of fun. I miss living there so much!

  • @CantTalkImRiding
    @CantTalkImRiding 5 лет назад +10

    You hit all the good spots. Have you ever been to Avila Valley Barn? That's a fun spot for great ice cream, pie, cinnamon rolls, you-pick berries, and seeing goats.

  • @mosijahi3096
    @mosijahi3096 2 года назад +1

    I really like this channel. I love California in my opinion it’s so beautiful and diverse in it’s scenery.

  • @debraa.pimentel4151
    @debraa.pimentel4151 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much I was up at arms wondering where to go with my grand daughter, and this trip is soooo great. thanks so much for sharing with us.

  • @amygauna7104
    @amygauna7104 5 лет назад +12

    I love living in the central coast! ❤️

  • @Harris.S
    @Harris.S 4 года назад +5

    Thank you guys .
    I love California and my home America .

  • @maryholmes733
    @maryholmes733 5 лет назад

    There is nothing better than exploring the things you love with the one you love, each other making beautiful memories and moments.

  • @rmphotoart
    @rmphotoart 5 лет назад +17

    You guys nailed it! Wife and I have lived on the Central Coast nearly 40 years (Arroyo Grande) and you hit on the essence of its awesome grandeur, not to mention the first cabin production.

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the comment and glad you liked the video!

    • @LaRazaRacism
      @LaRazaRacism 3 года назад

      Yes, nice place, but Democrats want to turn all of California into a 3rd world ghetto just like skid row and Tijuana Mex. Stop voting for Democrats and RINOs! Democrats grow poverty and crime. #TrickleUpPoverty

  • @TravelSmallLiveBig
    @TravelSmallLiveBig 6 лет назад +40

    We love that whole section of CA! So much to see and do. Great video showing what the Central Coast has to offer - and loved your beach shot at the end - super close to where we live!

  • @PhotowalksTV
    @PhotowalksTV 2 года назад +1

    Love the Central Coast!

  • @trinajacinto4766
    @trinajacinto4766 5 лет назад +3

    You guys went to my fav place!!!! Morro Bay!!!!!

  • @1kathiez
    @1kathiez 2 года назад

    Thank you. I enjoyed reliving my previous adventures along this route and am planing a visit next month.

  • @phobowl
    @phobowl 5 лет назад +5

    I love these spots. Going back in a couple of weeks. Thanks for sharing

  • @ashleymojica2518
    @ashleymojica2518 3 года назад +1

    this is the best blog i have ever seen!! i am about to go everywhere you guys went!

  • @archibaldsimms7440
    @archibaldsimms7440 4 года назад

    Thank you so much for the videos. They are great to watch. All the best.

  • @alexvanderkooy
    @alexvanderkooy 5 лет назад +1

    One of the best vlogs I've ever seen!!! I truly love how you video the sites and narrate FROM BEHIND THE LENS instead of in front of it grabbing away like nearly every other vlog I've seen. Definitely subscribing! Keep it up. So enjoyable to watch.

  • @rmphotoart
    @rmphotoart 5 лет назад +20

    Well done, very well done. Wife and I have live here (Arroyo Grande) since 1981. Your video reminds me once again how special this place is and that we shouldn't take it for granted.

  • @steveshow-tos5394
    @steveshow-tos5394 5 месяцев назад +1

    Always love your videos Josh! Keep up the great work!

  • @TrailsofCalifornia
    @TrailsofCalifornia 3 года назад +5

    Unbelievable scenery! I would love to explore more of this part of California. Thanks for the video!

  • @donnasloane9031
    @donnasloane9031 4 года назад

    Love this video style...born here...traveled all.....older now.....you so helped my memories

  • @TheScaryTruthCatalyst
    @TheScaryTruthCatalyst 4 года назад +1

    My girlfriend and I drove along this coast in 2012 for a two week vacation. I can tell you for sure that it was the best vacation I ever had. What a beautiful coast! Sometimes I still actually dream about being back there!

    • @fofofofo3076
      @fofofofo3076 3 года назад

      So ! Do you think cali is the best state ?

  • @robertkubis2799
    @robertkubis2799 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic video. One of the best videos on California. Greetings from an American living in Germany!

  • @reynaldoreyes375
    @reynaldoreyes375 4 года назад +8

    Fantastic video and you just gave me a great idea for our next road trip! You guys are awesome!

  • @martinparra9327
    @martinparra9327 5 лет назад

    You two made my day! I’m from soledad ca living in Arizona the past two years,and seeing your lil central coast trip made me miss home.

  • @kentaro2107
    @kentaro2107 5 лет назад +3

    Oh! I really enjoyed your video and It's first time for me to see the scenery of central coast of California. I wanna go to there immediately. Thanks for awesome video.

  • @christophertafuro291
    @christophertafuro291 4 года назад

    Thanks for all the awesome food location tips! The food looks amazing. The Central Coast looks like an beautiful place to visit as well. Thanks Josh and Amie.

  • @debsreno911
    @debsreno911 2 года назад

    Central coast is definitely a gem, I live about 2 1/2 hours away and love going when I can. What a great trip!

  • @babeudoo
    @babeudoo 4 года назад +6

    Your video inspired me to go on a road trip from San Diego to Big Sur. Many of the places were closed due to Covid like the Hearst Castle and the Pfeiffer State Park but it was still a lot of fun and many places to see. Can't wait to return!

  • @volocty
    @volocty 3 года назад

    Thanks guys for taking us on your trip, beautiful.

  • @dennisdevine3382
    @dennisdevine3382 2 года назад

    Nice video. My wife & I have visited many these cities & experienced breakfast burritos at Shell Beach. Thanks for sharing.

  • @elmaverick214
    @elmaverick214 5 лет назад +1

    AMAZING TRIP!! thank you for documenting it. Looking forward on doing that myself with my wife .

  • @Tvenegas797
    @Tvenegas797 4 года назад

    Your channel is so good and the format is perfect. Really helps me know how many days it takes to try and get all these amazing places in. I’m so inspired that we’re going to Portland Oregon next March and will definitely add some of these places to our yearly Pismo trip. Can’t wait to see your next adventures.

  • @jonathanbirkby
    @jonathanbirkby 5 лет назад +6

    I’m honeymooning highway 1 in September from la to San Fran! These videos are great!

  • @sharonhsu9050
    @sharonhsu9050 4 года назад

    Awesome documentary! Fun and interesting places to stay and local favorite foods and places to visit. I will be watching this multiple times before I take my own trip.

  • @brittmccann
    @brittmccann 4 года назад +1

    THANK YOU!!! I’m going to do this tour next week!!! Yay!

  • @samalysse
    @samalysse 6 лет назад +1

    I love your videos! It's clear you put a lot of time and thought into editing them. Your channel definitely deserves more recognition. :)

  • @lgreen5409
    @lgreen5409 3 года назад

    Your videos have been a lifesaver throughout the pandemic. So glad you make them. We’re planning next summer’s road trip on this itinerary. This summer, Yosemite!

  • @sirgalahad1470
    @sirgalahad1470 6 лет назад +4

    This channel and Hiking with Kevin are the two best California related channels going. Fantastic work !

  • @WannaKamaka
    @WannaKamaka 3 года назад

    I love this video because it gives me an idea on where to explore next!!

  • @ponyrang
    @ponyrang Год назад

    Wow... !!! It's always great. Your video is excellent quality. We liked and enjoyed to the end. Thanks

  • @babeudoo
    @babeudoo 4 года назад

    Thank you so much your video inspired me to do a road trip for the first time and it was this! So memorable. Can't wait to do it again.

  • @jorgesawakuchi7534
    @jorgesawakuchi7534 5 лет назад +4

    Tanks for posting this wahderful video I love it so much!

  • @maryjbelle
    @maryjbelle 5 лет назад

    That was a great video! I loved the food stops and ocean views. I laughed out loud when I saw the car bed and outdoor movie theme room. Interesting insight to the area. Thanks.

  • @michaelmagaw6870
    @michaelmagaw6870 3 года назад

    Wow... Beautiful.. Thank You

  • @sunflowersarles
    @sunflowersarles 6 лет назад +1

    Lucky enough to watch this video before our Central Coast road trip last week. Did most of your suggested stops. :) The coast is a must see! Thanks.

  • @KeepLearning4Ever
    @KeepLearning4Ever 2 года назад

    Great job. Thanks for sharing.

  • @831CROW
    @831CROW 5 лет назад +3

    Nice thanks for makeing a nice video from central coast i live here n always love r weather n view

  • @Fingermunch
    @Fingermunch 5 лет назад +1

    Great work guys ! I followed your US 395 guide a couple of years ago and loved it. We are going LA, Vegas, Yosemite, Tahoe, SF and back down the coast to LA in a few weeks. Will definitely follow your footsteps! That tritop and fries burrito looked awesome 😋

  • @consuellaturner
    @consuellaturner 3 года назад

    Awesome trip guys! Looks like so much fun. Thats what the hubby and I wanna do, drive up the coast!

  • @mikedelancellotti6905
    @mikedelancellotti6905 3 года назад

    I grew up in Cambria and it’s a small town for a reason!

  • @Roddo731
    @Roddo731 5 лет назад

    Love the videomy wife and I are from Virginia, we were in San Fran two years ago for a conference so we headed south afterwards to see my nephew who lives in Huntington Beach. It was the spring right after the big mudslide, so we had to stop short on the north end where the road was blocked, headed over the canyon from Carmel...which was very cool...soon as we could after hitting the 101 cut back on the one...I could spend every summer vacation in California coast. Thanks so much for sharing

  • @Dave4fsu99
    @Dave4fsu99 4 года назад +2

    I really need to get back to CA for a visit!

  • @marigarza9201
    @marigarza9201 4 года назад

    Great video! Really enjoy the videos with all your helpful tips, destinations, hotels and restaurants 👍🏼

  • @catherinecook9260
    @catherinecook9260 2 года назад

    Wow, loved the video and the cool restaurant recommendations! The coast is phenomenal and you captured it perfectly. Well done!👏🏻👏🏻

  • @Liza-by6uz
    @Liza-by6uz 6 лет назад +2

    That’s awesome guys !! Thank you so much for these amazing landscapes 😍😍😍

  • @normandyrobinson
    @normandyrobinson 6 лет назад +2

    Great job! Love all of those places, and headed through most of them starting tomorrow! Keep crushing these! Cheers.

  • @hardcorehockey
    @hardcorehockey 4 года назад

    Cool trip - well planned

  • @prabhjotkaur3850
    @prabhjotkaur3850 3 года назад +1

    Watched your video and followed it on our road trip. It was a great help. Loved every minute of it. Sunset at Cambria was the best.

  • @ernestthompson891
    @ernestthompson891 4 года назад

    Such a great video! Thank you.

  • @michaelwardphotography2894
    @michaelwardphotography2894 5 лет назад

    Awesome video and trip! My wife and I travel to the Central Coast from Boston every year. We love it out there!

  • @mcndev21
    @mcndev21 5 лет назад

    I am doing research for a trip. All these ace locations in a row, repleat with great ideas, extremely impressive!

  • @robertchorley
    @robertchorley 5 лет назад +1

    Been watching your vlogs for a while now and just rebooked our 3rd trip back to Cali for next year from the uk, will be doing this as part of our trip next year. Cant wait for this.

    • @kobe2bynum
      @kobe2bynum 5 лет назад

      Robert Chorley i live in this area, one thing he didn’t really touch on is wine. Its like a mini napa out here so if you like wine there is plenty of great wineries and tasting rooms in the area.

  • @Luv_Travelz
    @Luv_Travelz 6 лет назад +3

    this is the 2nd video I've seen and I immediately subscribed! Always in love with California! And through you I can see more of it!

  • @vickifermil3965
    @vickifermil3965 3 года назад

    Loved the video Lots of new ideas.

  • @masseylad1972
    @masseylad1972 6 лет назад +8

    Great Vlog... you guys soooooo dam lucky would love to live in Cali.
    Got 3 weeks holiday there in August and San Luis is on the list 🤘🏽😎🤘🏽

  • @dennisclark8766
    @dennisclark8766 5 лет назад +5

    Your photography and video was excellent. Loved your presentation, thanks for sharing.

  • @EmberHarrington
    @EmberHarrington 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks! That was fun. ☺

  • @liztury1434
    @liztury1434 3 года назад

    Fun trip and beautiful scenery. I didn’t think the rock looked like a lizard mouth but it was fun to see.

  • @PatriciaRangel1112
    @PatriciaRangel1112 4 года назад

    I just love your video. thank you for sharing.

  • @kerryshrode
    @kerryshrode 5 лет назад +1

    Your videos are friggin awesome. As a native Californian, THANKS so much for documenting this state, it really needs this positive vibe. And your videos are excellent. PLEASE keep going. the central coast IS one of our favorite places too.

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the comment and the support, I appreciate it!

    • @kerryshrode
      @kerryshrode 5 лет назад

      WE truly appreciate your site, as we will be using it as a blueprint for our CA travels. I wish folks would do this for other states as well. You have set the bar very high indeed.

  • @jooooooo2
    @jooooooo2 4 года назад

    That breakfast basket at the inn is so cute!

  • @tommyinsane9932
    @tommyinsane9932 3 года назад

    I really enjoyed this video style and that bed and breakfast with the drive-in theater bed is so cool!

  • @Shortvideo-es5zl
    @Shortvideo-es5zl 3 года назад

    Living in California past 6 years never know this spots great video

  • @iapereira
    @iapereira 2 года назад

    Amazing place

  • @solo-angel
    @solo-angel 4 года назад

    Awesome video! Thank you a ton!!!

  • @VochosGranja
    @VochosGranja 4 года назад

    Great places to visit. Thanks.

  • @ShorelooksniceRV
    @ShorelooksniceRV 5 лет назад +1

    Great video, thanks for sharing!

  • @amandag9099
    @amandag9099 4 года назад +1

    Morro bay is my most favorite place!!

  • @monaliza8559
    @monaliza8559 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you for posting.. it's very informative.

  • @raulxmarquez
    @raulxmarquez 2 года назад

    Enjoyed your video very much, thanks!

  • @mr.elastomeric1787
    @mr.elastomeric1787 4 года назад +35

    Gained 3 pounds watching this video; but learned a lot Thank you.

  • @timandsusanhulsey3986
    @timandsusanhulsey3986 4 года назад

    Grew up in Santa Maria. SMHS Class of 1967. Sure do miss the coast. Miss Santa Maria BBQ big time! Brad's in Pismo has the best tri-tip sandwich. Surfed Pismo, Thousand Steps, and Avila Beach. Good to read all the great comments about my old stompin' grounds. Gonna fly to Santa Barbara and board the Coast Starlight Train to Portland when safe. Stay positive Central California. Happy trails from Arizona. Tim..

  • @Fucky900
    @Fucky900 6 лет назад +5

    Man this video was great i really enjoyed watching it and looking forward to come back to cali. Great work, cute couple, so much fun and love. Greetings from germany!

  • @amyk230
    @amyk230 6 лет назад +2

    This is great! Thank you so much for doing these videos ~ I just found you and I've been here almost a year :( Definitely inspiring me to go and explore!

  • @dwalker6868
    @dwalker6868 5 лет назад +1

    So enjoyed your video I put it right in my bucket list to do. Thank you for sharing just gorgeous-and relaxing